Best 2 Corn Tortilla Quiche Recipes

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Corn tortilla quiche is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover corn tortillas and can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic quiche with cheese and eggs, or a more adventurous version with vegetables, meat, or seafood, you are sure to love this unique and flavorful dish. And the best part is, it can be ready in just a few minutes!

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CORN TORTILLA QUICHE



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Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the crispy tortilla crust makes this tasty quiche a snap to prepare.

Provided by Corinne Villa

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Quiche

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ pound bulk pork sausage
5 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup canned chopped green chiles
6 eggs, beaten
½ cup heavy whipping cream
½ cup ricotta cheese
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch pie plate.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in sausage. Cook and stir until sausage is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease.
  • Place four tortillas in prepared pie plate, overlapping and extending 1/2-inch beyond rim; place remaining tortilla in center. Layer sausage, Monterey Jack cheese, Cheddar cheese, and green chilies over tortillas. Combine eggs, heavy whipping cream, ricotta cheese, and chili powder in a bowl; slowly pour egg mixture into pie plate.
  • Bake in preheated oven until center is set and puffed, about 45 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 282.1 mg, Fat 37.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 879.4 mg, Sugar 1 g

CORN TORTILLA QUICHE



Corn Tortilla Quiche image

A corn tortilla crust makes this tasty quiche a snap to assemble. "Cheesy wedges are great for breakfast, lunch or dinner," promises Leicha Welton from Fairbanks, Alaska.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 pound bulk pork sausage
5 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped canned green chilies
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup 4% cottage cheese
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the sausage until no longer pink; drain. , Place four tortillas in a greased 9-in. pie plate, overlapping and extending 1/2 in. beyond rim. Place remaining tortilla in the center. Layer with sausage, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses and chilies. , In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cream, cottage cheese and chili powder; slowly pour over chilies. Bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with cilantro. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 calories, Fat 35g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 301mg cholesterol, Sodium 659mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

  • For the perfect crust, use a combination of masa harina and all-purpose flour. This will give the quiche a slightly crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior.
  • Be sure to pre-bake the crust before filling it. This will help to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the filling. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the quiche.
  • Don't overfill the quiche. Leave about 1/2 inch of space at the top of the crust so that the quiche has room to rise.
  • Bake the quiche until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the quiche cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will help the quiche to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Corn tortilla quiche is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's a great way to use up leftover corn tortillas and it's also a perfect dish for a potluck or party. With its flavorful filling and crispy crust, this quiche is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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